Opal Australia and Wernerite Physical Properties

Opal Australia and Wernerite Chemical Formula

While comparing Opal Australia and Wernerite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Opal Australia and Wernerite chemical formula.

• Chemical formula of Opal Australia- SiO2*nH2O
• Chemical formula of Wernerite- Na 4(Al,Si) 12O 24Cl to Ca 4(Si,Al) 12O 24(CO 3,SO 4)Arthur Thomas , Gemstones (2009)

Opal Australia and Wernerite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Opal Australia and Wernerite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Opal Australia and Wernerite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Opal Australia is 2.50-2.80 whereas that of Wernerite is 2.50-2.80.